Fantasy Focus Football

Bold Predictions & Draft Strategies for Next Fantasy Football Season

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:05:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza closes out Season 1 with some reflection, projection, and a little chaos. She’s joined by Michelle Magdziuk, NFL Network researcher and fantasy analyst, to unpack the biggest lessons from this season and to discuss draft strategies heading into 2026. Then, Liz links up with Producer David Presley to hand out some very totally objective fantasy awards…emotionally selected, statistically defended, and absolutely up for debate.

And to everyone who listeend, followed along, argued with us, and rode through the highs, lows, and chaos of this season: Thank you. This one was for you. 💛

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

2:41 - 🎙️ Michelle Magdziuk joins!

6:00 - 🧠 This season: Biggest takeaway

8:50 - 📝 Next sason: How you should change your draft strategy

10:33 - 🤔 Next season: Christian McCaffrey to get Saquon Barkley treatment?

13:02 - 🎯 Next season: QB draft strategies

17:32- 🚫 Next season: DO NOT DRAFT these players!

22:42 - 🏆 Fantasy MVPs…just trust us

25:09 - 🍽️ Players you would you bring to a family dinner?

27:21 - 🔒 Players we’re still not out on for 2026!

32:55 - ⚠️ Last call: Do not draft injured players!

33:51 - 🎬 Bloopers

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The Fantasy Focus Awards: Crowning the Best of the 2025 Season! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 16:48:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus Football presented by Wingstop! Today, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay, and Stephania Bell will crown the best of the best from the 2025 fantasy football season. We look back at this season's biggest fantasy breakthroughs and flops, as well as the most impactful waiver wire adds of the year. We'll also look at the best rookies, greatest comeback players, and the MVP from this fantasy season. Thank you for watching Fantasy Focus throughout the season and be sure to tune in next season! 00:00 Welcome to Fantasy Focus 08:06 Rookie of the Year 16:11 Breakout Player of the Year 24:42 Wheel of Punishment 27:47 Fantasy Flop of the Year 37:17 Moody’s Fan of the Year 42:54 Comeback Player of the Year 50:00 Board Bets50:59 Waiver Wire Wonder 55:26 Raheim Sanders Monopoly Fund 57:45 Most Valuable Player 1:04:00 Thanks for Watching!

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2025's Biggest Surprises and Disappointments | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:50:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus Football presented by Wingstop! Today, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay celebrate our Focus Show League Champion Miller Lite Mike and give a shoutout to Chef Drake for winning the Gridiron Gauntlett before sharing one final Week 18 Playoffs Stash for managers still chasing a win. We look back at 2025’s biggest fantasy surprises and disappointments, including Javonte Williams’ breakout season and the stars who fell short when it mattered. Then we turn our attention to the incoming rookies as we hand out first round grades for Cam Ward, Jaxson Dart, Travis Hunter, Tet McMillan, Emeka Egbuka, Matthew Golden, Ashton Jeanty, and Omarion Hampton while also breaking down Yates’ early 2026 mock draft featuring Fernando Mendoza, Dante Moore, Carnell Tate, Makai Lemon, and several more future fantasy names to watch. We wrap with our 2026 Fantasy Resolutions and the trends that will shape next season’s draft boards. All that and more on Fantasy Focus Football!

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Championship Weekend RECAP + Last Minute Miracles | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:12:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today’s episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell break down all the action from Week 17 of the NFL season. Who were the biggest winners and losers of the weekend? Which fantasy studs came through when it mattered most and which duds may have cost managers a championship? We’ll also cover the latest wave of major injuries before previewing the Monday Night Football matchup between the Rams and Falcons. All that and more on Fantasy Focus Football!

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🚨🏈 SECURING Your Fantasy Football Championship! | Fantasy Focus

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 16:45:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Daniel Dopp and Field Yates recap the Christmas Day slate of games. Who might’ve cost you major fantasy points over the Holiday? After that, the guys preview the rest of the Week 17 slate, letting you know how you can secure a Fantasy Football Championship. Which guys can you trust, who should you avoid to secure a title, all that and more on Fantasy Focus football!

00:00 - Welcome

3:28 - Christmas Day recap

15:03 - Week 17 Preview Part 2

15:42 - Are we starting both Steelers RBs?

17:32 - Are Derrick Henry and Zay Flowers still lineup locks?

20:55 - Is Trevor Lawrence a must-start?

22:40 - How many Cardinals WRs are you starting?

25:38 - How many Buccaneers WRs can you trust?

28:18 - Is Omarion Hampton a must-start vs. the Texans?

30:52 - If TreyVeon Henderson is OUT, is Rhamondre a top 10 back?

33:06 - Are you trusting Wan'Dale Robinson as a starter?

36:03 - Can Ashton Jeanty close out the season on a high note?

38:12 - Are there any fades in the Bills vs Eagles game?

40:48 - Is the 49ers vs Bears game the matchup of the weekend?

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Bring Home a Fantasy Title with These Tips! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 08:53:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza breaks down moves that could win you your fantasy league! She also pulls back the curtain on what really goes on behind the scenes of the show. Then Producer Quentin comes prepared with a strong holiday take before Liz and Producer Alex jump aboard the Polar Express.

📞🚨 Final call for cash outs! Leave a voicemail at (914) 348-1893. These are going in the season finale. Say it with your chest 🗣️

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

0:30 - 🔥 Heat check!

1:52 - 💸 Cash outs with Liz & Producer Quentin

3:35 - 🏆 Moves to win your fantasy league

10:29 - 🎬 BTS on Facts vs Feelings

11:10 - ☃️ A holiday take from Producer Quentin

12:22 - 🚂 Time to play “All Aboard The Polar Express”

21:22 - 📣 Last call: Stay tuned for our season finale!

22:30 - 🤪 Bloopers

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MNF Recap + Week 17 Preview | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 18:12:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Daniel Dopp, Stephania Bell and Tyler Fulghum get you ready for week 17, starting with an exciting slate of Christmas Day games! Who should you look to to fill your lineup with Lamar Jackson and Jordan Love, dealing with injuries? Is Jahmyr Gibbs still a lineup lock? With the Chiefs eliminated from the playoffs, we'll tell you if this is a good time to start Bo Nix. All that and more on Fantasy Focus football!

4:13 - MNF Recap 14:20 - Week 17 Waiver Wire 30:30 - Week 17 Preview 30:42 - Cowboys vs Commanders 34:28 - Lions vs Vikings 41:26 - Is RJ Harvey Rookie of the Year? 54:47 - Playoff Stash presented by Wingstop 55:55 - Focus Show League Update

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Week 16 Fantasy Recap: Massive STUDS and DUDS! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:13:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Daniel Dopp, Liz Loza, and Stephania Bell recap all the action in fantasy from week 16 in the NFL. Which stud players came through for managers in the fantasy semi-finals? Which duds cost managers their spot in the championship? Plus, more major injuries across the league with Lamar Jackson, Quinshon Judkins, and others suffering setbacks. All that and more on Fantasy Focus football!

Timecodes: 00:00 Welcome to Fantasy Focus 02:09 Week 16 Recap 37:21 Studs and Duds 56:07 Injury Report 1:00:00 MNF Preview 1:04:52 Thanks for Watching

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Playoff Lockdown: Week 16 Must‑Starts | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 17:53:00 -0000

Welcome to Fantasy Focus! Where Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Mike Clay guide you through a packed episode of Fantasy Focus presented by Wingstop, breaking down the Rams–Seahawks TNF matchup, debating volatile start/sit decisions, and navigating a messy Week 16 injury landscape. The crew recaps Seattle’s “High Decibel Zone” uniforms and a sluggish first half before diving into DJ Moore’s roller‑coaster game logs, Odunze and Burden being ruled out, and why starting Moore feels like a true “hold on to your butts” moment. They tackle Wan’Dale Robinson’s massive volume versus a brutal Vikings matchup, run through key injury updates on Rashee Rice, Tee Higgins, Josh Jacobs, Woody Marks, and Dalton Kincaid, and reveal their Starts of the Week, including JJ McCarthy, Kenneth Gainwell, DJ Moore, and a re‑energized Travis Kelce before wrapping with mailbag questions and a thank‑you to the Fantasy Focus community.

00:00-Countdown to Fantasy Focus! 01:01-Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 02:00-Thursday Night Recap, Rams vs Seahawks! 12:07-Week 16 Preview Part 2 41:17-Week 16 Injury Report 49:03-Starts of the Week 55:09-Mailbag 1:00:27-Thanks For Watching Fantasy Focus!

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Breakouts & Busts in the Fantasy Playoffs: Week 16 Start/Sit Guide! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:26:00 -0000

01:30 - Intro and Welcome In! 04:05 - Week 16 preview part 1 37:20 - Mike Clay's Shadow Report 48:25 - TNF Seahawks/Rams preview 59:20 - Raheim Sanders monopoly fund

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Facts vs Feelings: Make These Week 16 Calls and Win 🏆 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:29:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, it’s all about chasing satisfaction, not just points, with the starts that feel right in the playoffs. So Liz and company hear out YOUR toughest lineup decisions in Fantasy Therapy.

Then Liz is joined by Sal Leto, the Fantasy Football Historian, who puts the playoffs in perspective by breaking down key fantasy postseason trends, revisiting memorable fantasy playoff performances, and delivering his Week 16 start/sit advice.

The episode wraps with Liz and Sal playing a round of “Smash or Pass.”

📞 Don't forget, you can call our Fantasy Therapy hotline at (914) 348-1893 to leave your questions for next week's show!

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

2:10 - 🔥 Satisfaction check: Leave it all out there

8:38 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy

15:42 - 🎙️ Sal Leto joins!

17:00 - 📈 Fantasy playoff trends to know

18:20 - ⚖️ Emphasis on star power vs players with the best matchup?

19:31 - 🔍 Sal’s week 16 start & sit

22:22 - 📚 Sal’s fantasy history lesson

23:48 - 💥 “Smash or Pass” with Liz & Sal

28:24 - 🥃 Last call

29:31 - 😂 Bloopers

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Week 16 Lineup Locks and Gut Calls | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:48:00 -0000

On today’s episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay share their gut calls for the week. Then, we break down the lineup locks for this week’s matchups! Is C.J. Stroud a better play than Trevor Lawrence? Finally, we wrap things up with the entertaining Wheel of Punishment. All that and more, right here on Fantasy Focus!

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Week 16 Waiver Wire + DO NOT Starts | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:19:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell recap all the action from MNF: Steelers vs. Dolphins. We break down the results of our Focus Show League and dive right into Week 16 waivers. And we'll overview which Week 15 duds to not start and who'll bounce back as studs. Plus, stay tuned for Fantasy contributor, Eric Moody who'll join the show! All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Week 15 Fantasy Recap: Playoff Heroes & Heartbreaks! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:06:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell recap all the action in fantasy from week 15 in the NFL. Which star players absolutely crushed for managers fighting in the fantasy playoffs? Which dud performances affected matchups most? Plus, with major injuries to stars around the league like Patrick Mahomes and Davante Adams, how should fantasy managers react? All that and more on Fantasy Focus football!

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Week 15 Must-Start Players You Need | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:54:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, we continue with our Week 15 preview. Which superstars are set to continue performing at a high level? Which draft disappointments could recover in the playoff weeks? Plus, should we reevaluate Kyle Pitts after a stunning Week 15 performance? Finally, it's time for starts of the week!

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Week 15 Fantasy Football Must-Start Players! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:43:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to get you set for Week 15 of the Fantasy Football season. Which players are your best bet to stream this week? Which matchups should you steer clear from entirely? Who are the upgrades and downgrades of the week in Mike Clay's shadow report? Plus, who are the best starts for tonight's TNF matchup?

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How to Crush Fantasy Playoffs Like a Pro! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:38:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz gets you ready for the playoffs, with a reminder that in fantasy football, just like in life, the results don’t cancel out the experience. She’s joined by ESPN content researcher Kevin Pulsifer who breaks down his essential playoff strategy pillars to help ypu navigate the weeks that matter most. Plus, Liz and Kevin play a fun round of This or That to send you into the postseason with confidence.

📞 Drop your playoff dilemmas in our Fantasy Therapy hotline at (914) 348-1893!

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

2:31 - 🎢 When the outcome doesn’t erase the ride

8:25 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy

12:53 - 🎙️ Kevin Pulsifer joins!

14:06 - 🪑 Kevin’s playoff strategy: Bench spots

16:24 - ⬆️ Kevin’s playoff strategy: Upside now vs later

17:13 - 📈 Kevin’s playoff strategy: The stats to know

20:18 - 🧩 Kevin’s playoff strategy: How to see the big picture

23:06 - ✅ Kevin’s Week 15 sit & start

25:45 - ⚖️ This or That with Liz & Kevin

29:47 - 🍻 Last call

30:54 - 🤪 Bloopers

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Players Who Will DEFINE Your Fantasy Playoffs! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:39:00 -0000

Welcome to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to discuss your Fantasy Football Playoffs. Which players could define the entire playoff stretch? Which underperforming players could bounce back? Which players that you've relied on in the past could face daunting schedules? Plus, it's time to pay off some board bets!

00:00 - Intro and Welcome In!

05:25 - Colts sign Philip Rivers

11:50 - Players that will define the fantasy playoffs

41:00 - Board Bet payoffs!

43:10 - Players that will define your fantasy playoffs

59:30 - Field spins the wheel of punishment!

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Week 15 Waiver Wire + Bounce Back Candidates | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:11:00 -0000

Fantasy Focus is back with Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell bringing you everything you need for Week 15! We break down MNF: Eagles vs. Chargers, reveal the Focus Show League playoff picture, and share the top waiver wire pickups to dominate your fantasy playoffs. Plus, which Week 14 duds will bounce back as studs in Week 15? Is Ashton Jeanty a must start this week? Can Patrick Mahomes bounce back in Week 15? All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Week 14 Recap: What We Learned for YOUR Playoff Strategy | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 16:59:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to recap week 14. What are some of the biggest takeaways you can apply to your playoff run? Which injuries will impact your playoff roster, and how should you approach your lineup accordingly? Plus, who are the official studs and duds of the week? Finally, we preview tonight's MNF matchup between the Eagles & Chargers.

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Week 14 Lineup Locks + Starts of the Week | Fantasy Focus

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:04:00 -0000

(NOTE - Be sure to use headphones if you want a proper Dopp ASMR experience!)

Welcome to Fantasy Focus presented by Wingstop! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to break down Week 14 with a full slate of insights, starting with a wild Cowboys vs Lions TNF recap where Gibbs, Aubrey, and Flournoy all exploded for 30+ fantasy points despite the game feeling oddly disappointing. The crew then previews Dalton Kincaid’s must‑start potential against the Bengals if healthy, Christian Watson’s boom‑or‑bust upside versus the Bears, and key practice report updates on stars like Lamar Jackson, Tee Higgins, Drake London, Marvin Harrison Jr, and more. Mike Clay delivers his Shadow Report with upgrades for the Browns, Vikings, and Saints, plus tough downgrades for Ja’Marr Chase and Marvin Harrison Jr. Finally, don’t miss the Starts of the Week featuring Lamar Jackson, Bijan Robinson, Jordan Addison, and Brenton Strange, along with Dopp’s ASMR picks, Yates’ Super Sour Starts, and your questions in the Mailbag.

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Week 14 Start/Sit Advice: Must-Start Players & Risky Sits | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:03:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp and Field Yates are here to help get your lineups set for a critical Week 14 slate. Who can you start with confidence this week? Who are some of the stronger flex plays? Which players should you avoid? Plus, who are the best fantasy plays for Thursday Night Football?

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COSTLY MISTAKES That Will KILL Your Playoff Chances! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:10:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza crashes out with you over some gut-punch moments from the past weekend… but don’t worry, Liz also spotlights the players who are cooking up something truly delicious for fantasy managers. Then she shifts into Fantasy Therapy before welcoming Scott Fish, creator of the Scott Fish Bowl and architect of the most diabolical scoring settings in the game.

📞 Don't forget, you can call our Fantasy Therapy hotline at (914) 348-1893 to leave your questions for next week's show!

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

2:35 - 💥 Crashing out on Lamar & Amon-Ra!

8:52 - 😋 Delicious playmakers!

14:09 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy

16:52 - 🎙️ Scott Fish joins!

23:02 - 😈 Scott Fish’s diabolical scoring settings

26:02 - ⭐ Scott Fish’s start of the week

26:34 - 🤔 Fact or Feeling w/ Liz & Scott Fish!

30:33 - 🍻 Last Call

31:25 - 😂 Bloopers

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Top Fantasy Football Stars Poised for a Big Week 14 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:07:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to get you prepped for Week 14. Who are some big-name stars that you should be optimistic and pessimistic about? Who are some high upside plays to consider for your flex this week? Plus, it's time to spin the punishment wheel!

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Week 14 Waivers: Must-Add Players Before Playoffs! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:46:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to guide you through everything you need to know in the latest waiver wire cycle. Who are the best stash options for this week? Which players could you pick up and start right now? Plus, what were some of the best story lines from the regular season?

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Week 13 Fantasy Recap: Big Winners, Duds & Must-Know Takeaways! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:26:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to recap all the action from week 13. Can Bijan Robinson make a push for RB1 on the year? What is going on with Bears WR Rome Odunze? Is Rashee Rice the best WR to have in fantasy right now? Plus, the crew previews the Monday Night football matchup with the New York Giants taking on the New England Patriots. (00:00) - Intro and Welcome In (06:20) - Monday Morning Blitz! (25:20) - Main Takeaways Week 13 (49:50) - Notable Injuries (53:45) - Studs & Duds Week 13 (56:15) - MNF Preview Giants/Patriots (1:00:10) - Mailbag Questions! (1:03:35) - Thanks for watching!

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Week 13 PREVIEW: Who Are The BEST Players To Fill Out Your Lineup? | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 21:11:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to give you all the information you need to crush your Week 13 lineup! Is Emeka Egbuka a reliable WR2? How do we really feel about the Viking offense? Who's going to step up for the Saints with Alvin Kamara out when they face the Dolphins? All of this plus Field spins the Punishment Wheel, and our Start Of The Week!

(0:00) Welcome (4:03) Week 13 Preview: Who’s playing RB for the Saints? (12:30) Concerned about Jonathan Taylor (15:13) Potential returns of Bucky Irving, Omarion Hampton and Trey Benson (23:00) Should you start all your Broncos against the Commanders? (24:30) Do we trust these players? (34:38) Chargers pass catchers (38:50) DK Metcalf vs Khalis Shakir as a better FLEX this week (41:50) How do we feel about the Vikings' offense? (44:48) Joe Burrow returns from injury (46:45) Raheim Sanders Monopoly Fund (50:03) Starts Of The Week/Wheel Of Punishment (55:40) Draft Thanksgiving foods (1:00:00) Mailbag (1:02:26) Goodbye

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The Top Waiver Wire's and Lineup Locks for Week 13! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:56:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell recap Monday Night Football as the 49ers cruise past the Panthers. Who are the must-start lineup locks for Week 13? Plus, waiver wire targets, playoff stash picks, and all the key advice you need for a full slate of games.

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Week 12 Fantasy Recap: Top Studs & Biggest Duds | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 18:07:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Liz Loza, and Stephania Bell recap this week's biggest winners, losers and takeaways in week 12. Did Jahmyr Gibbs have the best fantasy game of the season?! Which injuries should you monitor heading into Week 13? Who are the studs & duds for the week? Plus, how should you approach tonight's MNF matchup?

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Week 12 RB CHAOS: Who Can You Trust? 🤔 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:34:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to help you navigate your lineups heading into the week 12 Sunday Slate. How should you navigate crowded RB rooms? How could the latest injury reports affect your decision-making at RB? Plus, who are some of the strongest WR flex plays in week 12?

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The BEST WR Starts for Week 12 Fantasy Football | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:05:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to help you lock in your Week 12 lineups. Which WRs are primed to exploit favorable matchups? Which WRs is Mike upgrading and downgrading in this weeks shadow report? Plus, who are the best starts for tonights TNF matchup?

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Week 12 Moves to Get you into the Playoffs! | Fantasy Focus

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:34:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza unpacks why structure matters just as much as dancing outside the lines. Then in Fantasy Therapy, she works through some situations that do just that. Liz is later joined by Mauricio Gutiérrez, head fantasy analyst for NFL Español, to break down the explosive growth of fantasy football in Latin America.

📞 Don't forget, you can call our Fantasy Therapy hotline at (914) 348-1893 to leave your questions for next week's show!

0:00 - 🙌 Welcome

2:28 - 💃 Why you should dance outside the lines

10:58 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy

19:21 - 🎙️Mauricio Gutiérrez joins!

24:20 - 📈 Fantasy football’s growth in Latin America

27:59 - 🔥 Must-get player before the trade deadline

31:21 - ⭐ Mauricio’s Week 12 start

33:13 - 🌌 Facts vs Feelings Cantina game!

37:46 - 🍺 Last Call: Doodle hits harder than Dowdle

38:33 - 😂 Bloopers!

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Fantasy Heroes Who Can Rescue Your Season! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:34:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to help you make your playoff push. Which undervalued players could help you win your Week 12 matchup? Which players are sneaky second-half breakout candidates? Which injuries pose the biggest threats to affect your playoff chances? Plus, it's time to spin this weeks punishment wheel!

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The BEST Playoff Stashes on the Waiver Wire | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:40:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to get you set for the latest waiver wire cycle. Who are the priority pickups for this week? Plus, who are some of the deeper league targets at RB and WR? Plus, who are the best playoff stashes you should hold on your roster? Finally, which players should you offload before the fantasy football trade deadline?

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Week 11 Fantasy Recap: Top Studs & Biggest Duds | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 17:21:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell discuss the winners and losers of Week 11. Which trends from Week 11 will have a baring on the rest of the season? Which injuries should you monitor heading into Week 12? Who are the studs & duds for the week? Plus, how should you approach tonight's MNF matchup?

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Must-Start Players & Lineup Locks for Week 11 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 17:03:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to help you attack Week 11. What should you expect from Jacoby Brissett against the 49ers and how will Brock Purdy look in his first start since Week 6? Plus, is Khalil Shakir a sneaky flex play against the Bucs this weekend? Finally, the crew recaps Jets vs Patriots, unveils a brand new segment, spins the Wheel of Punishment, and reveals their Starts of the Week.

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Fantasy Football Bounce Back Candidates You Can't Ignore 🚨 | Fantasy Focus

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 19:01:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza breaks down the players fighting to finish the season strong. Then it’s time for Fantasy Therapy, where we unpack all your lineup stress...including AJ Brown’s crashout. Later, Mike Golic Jr. from Golic & Golic on the FanDuel Network swings by! He takes us inside life in the trenches as an offensive lineman, helps identify 2026 rookies to keep on your radar, and even admits that his own fantasy team might need a little intervention. 📞 Don't forget, you can call our Fantasy Therapy hotline at (914) 348-1893 to leave your questions for next week's show! 0:00 - 👋 Welcome 2:14 - ⏳ Players in last chance mode? 8:50 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy 14:56 - 💥 AJ Brown entered the crashout chat 17:16 - 🎙️ Mike Golic Jr joins! 22:26 - 🧱 Mike breaks down his o-line experience 24:57 - 👀 2026 rookies to keep an eye on 26:53 - 🚑 Mike’s fantasy team needs some help 28:48 - ✅ Mike’s Week 11 start 29:41 - 🏈💘Liz & Mike play an NFL x reality show game 35:23 - 🍺 Last call: A thicc six just hits different 36:15 - 😂 Bloopers!

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Top Wide Receiver Upgrades for Week 11 You NEED to Know | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:59:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to help you attack Week 11. What should be made of AJ Brown's comments? Should you be fully back in on Jerry Jeudy? Plus, who are the best WR upgrades heading into this weekend? Finally, how should you approach tonight's TNF matchup?

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Week 11 Fantasy Football Start/Sit Decisions: Must-Start Players & Sleepers | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:05:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to help you get your lineups set for Week 11. Who are some of the best insurance backs available in the free agent market? Which players should you start? Which players should you sit? Plus, we rerank the players who were listed as the preseason ADP top 10!

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Week 11 Waivers: Must-Add Players to Dominate Your League | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:29:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell walk you through the Week 11 waiver wire cycle. Who are the must-add players for this week? Which players are viable stash options? Plus, which players have injuries you should monitor? How should those injuries inform how you approach the waiver wire cycle? Finally, what are some of the biggest storylines to follow heading down the stretch?

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Week 10 Recap: BREAKOUT Studs & DISAPPOINTING Duds | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 17:24:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, & Stephania Bell are here to recap the latest around Week 10. Who were the biggest winners? Who were the biggest losers? Which major injuries from Week 10 could shake things up? Plus, how should you approach this MNF matchup?

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Best Week 10 Starts to WIN Your Matchup | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 17:05:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to get you ready for Sunday's slate of games. Is Stefon Diggs in for a massive game? What are realistic expectations for Treveyon Henderson? Plus, how will key injuries affect your lineup decisions? Finally, who are the starts of the week?!

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Week 10's BIGGEST Upgrades and Downgrades | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:51:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to help your lineups get set ahead of Week 10. Can you trust the Packers WRs this week? Can Daniel Jones rebound against the Falcons? Which WRs can you upgrade and downgrade? Plus, who are the best players to start ahead of TNF?

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🚨 VITAL Roster MISTAKES to Avoid in Week 10 | Fantasy Focus

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:20:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza breaks down which players you should hold onto and which ones you should cut loose. Then she dives into a round of Fantasy Therapy. Next, she’s joined by Joey Wright from Footballguys for a blockbuster movie-to-Week 10 comparison game you didn’t know you needed before unpacking all the moves that could make or break your playoff run! 📞 Don't forget, you can call our Fantasy Therapy hotline at (914) 348-1893 to leave your questions for next week's show!

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

1:45 - 🧾 Keep or cut: Players to hold or let go

8:29 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy

15:20 -🎙️Joey Wright joins!

16:46 - 🍿 Blockbuster movies to Week 10 comps!

20:51 - 😮 Joey reacts to his old Trevor Lawrence take!

25:15 - 💼 Trade deadline move impacting fantasy

29:41 - 🏈 QB streaming options

30:30 - 🔥 Joey’s start/sit for Week 10

32:53 - 🍻 Last call

33:49 - 😂 Bloopers

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Week 10 Madness: These Players Are IMPOSSIBLE to Rank 🤯 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:37:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to break down their Week 10 rankings. Which players are proving to be the most difficult for them to rank? How should that inform your lineup decisions? Plus, which storylines should you monitor heading into Sunday? Finally, Mike spins the punishment wheel!

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Week 10 Waiver Wire Pickups to SAVE Your Season | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 18:08:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to help you set your waiver claims ahead of Week 10. Which players could save your season and help you sneak into the playoffs? Plus, who are some of the best stash candidates? Finally, which RBs should you hit the panic button on?

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Week 9 Recap: MONSTER Performances & SURPRISING Duds | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 17:47:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to recap a thrilling week 9 in the NFL. Has Caleb Williams emerged as a must-start QB for the remainder of the season? Should you be concerned about the Colts’ offensive production going forward? Plus, all the latest and must know injuries from around the league, as well as studs and duds from week 9. The crew also previews tonight’s MNF matchup between the Cardinals and the Cowboys.

Time Codes: 00:00 Welcome to Fantasy Focus 1:00 The Real Deal 2:20 Monday Morning Blitz: Winners + Losers 18:50 Main Takeaways 45:47 Must Talk Injuries 50:05 Studs and Duds 54:50 MNF Preview 58:57 Thanks for Watching

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Lineup Locks For Week 9 + TNF Review 🚨 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 16:10:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay give you everything you need to get ready for the upcoming weekend of NFL games! We'll discuss our Lineup Locks for Week 9. We'll discuss which running backs might be slowed down by splitting carries. Plus, we'll tell which receivers will either be a trick or a treat for your fantasy team this week.

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WR Upgrades & Downgrades You NEED to Know NOW 🚨 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:01:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to break down everything you need to know ahead of Week 9. What impact will JJ McCarthy's return have on Justin Jefferson? Which WRs should you be upgrading and downgrading this week? Plus, how should you approach tonight's TNF matchup between the Ravens and Dolphins?

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WIN💥 Your Fantasy League with these 2nd Half LOCKS🔒

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:57:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza kicks things off with a reminder that being prepared is just as important as being present. Then she gets into Fantasy Therapy before she’s joined by creator and podcaster Brandon Carney, aka @benchwarmerbran. He shares how he built his sports persona and dives into advice for up-and-coming creators.

📞 Don't forget, you can call our Fantasy Therapy hotline at (914) 348-1893 to leave your questions for next week's show!

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

1:31 - 🧘‍♂️ Who Is Prepared And Present?

6:54 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy

11:56 - 🎙️ Brandon Carney Joins!

12:53 - 🚔 “Straight To Jail” with Liz & Bran

15:53 - 📲 How @Benchwarmerbran Came To Be

20:24 - ✍️ Bran’s Advice To Sports Content Creators

24:11 - 🏈 Bran’s Start/Sit Of The Week

26:56 - 🍻 Last Call

27:52 - 😂 Bloopers

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Rest of Season Rankings REVEALED: Who’s CLIMBING and Who’s CRASHING? 😱 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 16:47:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to help you prepare for the second half of the season. Which players are towards the top in the rest of season rankings? Which players have favorable schedules moving forward? Plus, we go through starts and sits for Week 9. Finally, who are the bounce-back candidates for Week 9?

0:00 Intro/Countdown Clock 1:27 Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 3:42 Rest of Season Rankings 22:10 Week 9 start em/sit em 37:38 Bounceback Candidates 55:49 Spin the Wheel 59:36 Mailbag

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Week 9 Waiver Wire MUST ADDS + Facts vs Feelings | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 16:13:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Liz Loza are here to discuss all the biggest waiver wire moves you need to make for your fantasy team for Week 9. Which players are priority adds and who should you target in deeper leagues? Will Tyrone Tracy Jr push for RB2 status after Cam Skattebos ankle injury? Plus, with 4 teams on a bye in week 9, can you trust Sam Darnold or Joe Flacco as a QB streamer?

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Week 8 Fantasy Football SHOCKERS: Studs Who DOMINATED & Duds Who FLOPPED | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 15:51:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to discuss all the biggest story lines from Week 8. Which players had surprisingly strong performances? Which stars let fantasy managers down? Which injuries should you monitor going into next week? Plus, who are the top plays for Monday Night Football?

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Week 8: Starts of the Week 👀 + Injury Report | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:48:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to get you set with everything you need to know for Week 8! Which key players are still fighting injuries and unable to go in Week 8? Will Lamar Jackson or Brock Purdy return to action? Can Stefon Diggs or Zay flowers pop off for a big performance? Plus, with a few starting QBs already ruled out due to injury, which backups will affect your fantasy matchups the most? 00:00 - Intro and Welcome In 02:10 - Mike Clay Wheel of Punishment 05:10 - TNF Chargers/Vikings Recap 16:08 - Week 8 Preview 20:28 - Buy or Sell WR edition 25:34 - Brock Purdy to play? 28:28 - Stefon Diggs to bounce back? 32:30 - Pats backfield + Judkins 36:28 - Lamar Jackson status 41:35 - Backup QBs in play for week 8 45:19 - Week 8 Injury Report 53:20 - Starts of the week! 58:25 - Mailbag! 1:01:35 - Thanks for watching!

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Week 8: Who to Start, Who to Sit & Who Stays HOT! 🔥 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 16:30:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to get you set with everything you need to know for Week 8! Which players are going to continue to stay hot? Which players should you temper expectations on? Plus, Mike gives his WR upgrades and downgrades for Week 8. Finally, who are the best starts and sits for Thursday Night Football?

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Week 8 Fantasy Expectations: How To Survive Bye-maggedon!!

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 13:30:00 -0000

Liz Loza is back giving you all the fantasy football advice you need to survive Week 8 "Bye-Mageddon". Is Joe Flacco a league winner? Can Chig Okonkwo bounce back from his week 7 goose egg? Plus Sam Holt joins the show and breaks down her week 8 favorite start & sit and explains why one mimosa is never enough! All this and more on this episode of Facts vs Feelings.

📞 Don't forget, you can call our Fantasy Therapy hotline at (914) 348-1893 to leave your questions for next week's show!

00:00 - Welcome! 00:24 - Week 8 Expectations 06:10 - Fantasy Therapy 13:33 - Sam Holt joins the show! 31:00 - Last Call! 32:00 - Week 8 Bloopers

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Week 8 Fantasy Confidence Meter: Who’s Safe, Who’s Risky, Who’s Exploding? | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:15:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to get you ready for week 8 of the fantasy football season. After officially hitting the halfway mark, the crew breaks down players they have the highest and lowest confidence in for the rest of the season. Can Quinshon Judkins continue an impressive rookie season? Will Jaylen Waddle break out for the Dolphins? Can wideouts Chris Olave or Rome Odunze continue to be must-starts? Plus, Field in the blanks returns as Field Yates breaks down the latest trends and projections in fantasy. 00:00 - Intro and Welcome In 02:58 - Mike Clay hits on a long shot! 06:00 - Week 8 Confidence Meter 39:28 - Field in the Blanks 57:54 - Starts of the week punishment 59:53 - Mailbag Questions

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The Week 8 Waiver Wire MUST ADDS + MNF Recap | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 16:50:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to discuss Monday night’s double header and break down the best waiver wire pickups for Week 8 of the fantasy season. Who are the priority adds this week in Byemageddon? Who is the fantasy MVP halfway through the season? And who has been the biggest bust so far this season?

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Week 7 Recap: QB/WR Stacks Show Out + Studs and Duds | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:46:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to recap an action packed week 7 in the NFL. Did Travis Hunter officially become a full-time WR after his performance vs the Rams? Are Patrick Mahomes and Rashee Rice elite fantasy options for the rest of the season? Plus, all the latest and must know injuries including an update on Commanders QB Jayden Daniels. The crew also previews tonights MNF double header with the Lions and Buccaneers squaring off, as well as the Texans and Seahawks. 00:00 - Intro and Welcome In 01:50 - Monday Morning Blitz 16:30 - Notable Injuries Week 7 18:30 - Main Takeaways Week 7 42:50 - Studs and Duds 51:27 - MNF Preview 56:19 - Mailbag

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Week 7 MUST Starts of the Week + Key Injuries to Monitor | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:11:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to break down Week 7 starts of the week and key injuries to monitor. Who’s trending up, who’s trending out, and which matchups could swing your fantasy lineup? Let’s dive in.

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Facts vs. Feelings: Why this Week 7 SLEEPER Might Shock You🚨

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 16:55:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza spotlights players that might be giving fantasy managers the chills before she dishes out some much-needed Fantasy Therapy. She's then joined by Brad Evans, fantasy football contributor to The Athletic, for a round of Over/Under, a new segment called Soap Box where Brad runs though a bold take, and his must-know Week 7 start/sit calls.

📞 Don't forget, you can call our Fantasy Therapy hotline at (914) 348-1893 to leave your questions for next week's show!

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

2:27 - 👻 Players Who Have Us Spooked!

7:47 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy

13:25 - 📣 Brad Evans Joins!

14:36 - 🤔 "Over/Under" with Liz & Brad

20:14 - 🗣️ Brad's Soap Box: Could Dak Finish As QB1?

23:24 - ✅ Brad's Week 7 Start/Sit

27:28 - 🍻 Last Call!

28:21 - 😂 Bloopers

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Week 7 Start or Sits: Players you Should TRUST in Your Lineup | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 16:44:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to get you set for Week 7. Who are the start and sits of the week? Which WRs should you upgrade and downgrade based on Mike Clay's shadow report? Plus, who are the lineup locks in tonight's TNF matchup?

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Week 7 Rankings: Who’s Climbing and Who’s CRASHING! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:05:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's show Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay here to help you get your lineups set for Week 7. Who are the biggest risers and fallers in this weeks rankings? Plus, which players are confusing Mike Clay when approaching his rankings?

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The BEST Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 7 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 16:06:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to break down the best waiver wire pickups for Week 7 of the fantasy season. With Puka Nacua and Emeka Egbuka both nursing injuries, Sterling Shepard and Kayshon Boutte could be sneaky WR adds. Is Kimani Vidal now the lead back in L.A. after a strong showing with Justin Herbert? Plus, Jaxson Dart continues to impress as a dual-threat QB and might be the top streaming option with the Bengals and Panthers on bye.

00:00-Welcome to Fantasy Focus

04:02-MNF Recap

19:43-Fantasy Focus Show League Update

23:03-Week 7 Waiver Wire

29:31-Streaming Quarterbacks

33:22-Deeper League Targets

39:26-Drop It Like It's Hot

51:37-Thanks For Watching Fantasy Focus

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Week 6 Recap: Running Backs Putting Up MONSTER Performances! | Fantasy Focus

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 17:53:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to recap a wild Week 6 in the NFL. What does Baker Mayfield’s MVP-level start mean for fantasy managers, and is Rico Dowdle officially a must-start after torching the Cowboys for over 200 yards? With Joe Flacco first start now in Cincinnati, how should you handle Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins going forward? Plus, elite performances from Josh Jacobs, and Kimani Vidal that have shaken up the RB landscape.

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Week 6: Starts of the Week + Facts vs Feelings! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 17:10:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp and Liz Loza are here to get you ready for an action-packed week 6. What can we expect when two standout second-year QBs in Jayden Daniels and Caleb Williams, face off on Monday Night Football? Are both QBs starting to have a new favorite #1 pass-catching option with the emergence of Rome Odunze and Deebo Samuel? Plus, the focus crew provides updates on key injuries from around the league. Liz Loza gives us a bonus edition of "facts vs feelings", and of course, the crew hands out their starts of the week!

00:00 - Intro and Welcome In 04:41 - TNF Giants vs Eagles recap 12:33 - Week 6 Preview 36:45 - Injuries to Monitor 42:38 - Facts vs Feelings with Liz Loza 51:46 - Starts of the Week! 1:00:10 - Fantasy Mailbag!

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Week 6: Must-Start Players & Big Downgrades! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:32:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to help you get prepped for Week 6. Who are the biggest locks at Running Back? Who should you avoid in your lineups? Which WRs is Mike Clay downgrading in his shadow report? Plus, how should you approach tonight's Thursday Night Football matchup?

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Week 6: BUST ALERT 🚨 Sit Derrick Henry, Matthew Stafford EXPLODES 🚀!!!

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 14:48:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza tackles key players and teams shaking up the fantasy football world. Then she and Marcas Grant (NFL Network) team up for Fantasy Therapy to answer your questions. Plus, Marcas plays a round of "Avengers Level Threat," then gives his Week 6 start/sit advice.

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

2:33 - 🌀 Who's Shaking Things Up Around The League?

9:08 - ❤️ Liz’s “But Daddy, I Love Him” Player of the Week

10:34 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy w/ Liz & Marcas Grant!

11:50 - 🤔 Is Stefon Diggs Back?

19:08 - ⚡️ The Chargers RB To Pick Up

26:13 - 🦸‍♂️ Marcas Plays "Avengers Level Threat"

33:50 - ✅ Marcas' Week 6 Start & Sit

36:44 - 🍺 Last Call: Loki Is The MCU's Best Villain?

37:45 - 😂 Bloopers

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The Most BAFFLING RBs to Rank in Week 6 🤯 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:07:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to help you set your lineups for Week 6. Is Jacory Croskey-Merritt officially an RB2 in fantasy? Which RBs should you start over Derrick Henry? Plus, which players should you buy low on while you have the chance?!

00:00 - Intro and Welcome In 04:30 - Joe Flacco Traded to the Bengals 09:40 - Longshots and Starts of the week punishment 16:16 - RB 2 Bonanza! 39:19 - Buy, Sell, Hold! With Judge Field 59:22 - Goodbye and Field Re-Spin

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The BEST Waiver Wire pickups for Week 6 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 17:10:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to break down the best waiver wire pick ups for week 6 of the fantasy season. With Chargers running back Omarion Hampton landing on IR with an ankle injury, who becomes the priority pickup in that backfield? Who are good stream targets with the Texans and Vikings both on a bye? Is Darren Waller a TE you can trust to start every week? Plus, Field Yates discusses some of the biggest trends he's keeping an eye on heading into week 6.

00:00 - Intro and Welcome In 02:55 - MNF Recap 11:24 - Fantasy Focus Show League update 14:10 - Best Week 6 Waiver Wire pickups 29:44 - Deep league targets 34:36 - Field in the blank 56:46 - Mailbag and goodbye

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Week 5 Recap: Backup RBs SHINE & MASSIVE Duds | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 16:56:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to recap an eventful Week 5 in the NFL. Rico Dowdle, Rachaad White, and Michael Carter all shined in Week 5 replacing their teams’ injured running backs, but are they viable going forward? After another great game for Emeka Egbuka, could he be a top 10 wide receiver in fantasy this season? And Is Stefon Diggs reemerging as a must have wide receiver in fantasy? Plus, studs and duds from Week 5.

00:00 Welcome to Fantasy Focus 3:50 The Real Deal 5:50 Monday Morning Blitz: Winners and Losers 24:20 Main Takeaways 45:30 Studs and Duds 56:25 MNF Preview 1:00:43 Mailbag Questions 1:03:40 Thanks for Watching

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Week 5 Preview: RB + WR Injuries to Monitor & Starts of the Week! | Fantasy Focus

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 16:47:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay break down everything you need to know heading into Week 5. Which quarterbacks are set up with good matchups? Can Derrick Henry get back to his usual self? The Focus crew also updates you with all the latest injury news and buzz ahead of kickoff this Sunday. Plus, with bye weeks beginning, who are some strong streaming options for QB and WR in week 5?

00:00-05:05 Intro and Welcome In 05:05-13:12 TNF Recap 13:12-17:50 Lamar Jackson & Derrick Henry 17:50-21:15 Texans Offense vs Baltimore defense 21:15-27:25 Week 5 Injury Report 27:25-31:02 Bryce Young streaming option 31:02-40:55 WR back, not back, all the way back 40:55-44:23 Bills pass catchers 44:23-47:48 Seahawks Backfield 47:28-52:47 Evan Engram back? 52:47-1:00:00 Starts of the week! 1:00:00-1:03:45 Mailbag and Goodbye!

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Running Backs you can TRUST in Week 5 | Fantasy Focus

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:57:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay break down everything you need to know heading into Week 5. With multiple backfields around the league dealing with injuries, which Running Backs can you start confidently in Week 5? Can Ashton Jeanty keep rolling against a tough Colts defense? After Malik Nabers season-ending injury, what will the giants pass catchers and offense look like? Plus, Mike Clay dishes out his WR/CB shadow upgrades and highlights which matchups to keep an eye on.

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Week 5 Start/Sit: Is it time to move on from A.J. Brown🤔? Is Drake Maye a Lineup LOCK🔒!?

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:03:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza unpacks the conviction and delusion managers may have had about their fantasy players. Then it's time for Fantasy Therapy, where she puts your toughest roster anxieties on the couch. CBS Sports Senior Fantasy Writer Jamey Eisenberg drops by for a rapid-fire round of Start/Bench/Cut and shares his best advice for managers trying to turn their season around.

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

2:09 - 🤔 Players We Were Convicted or Delusional About

8:10 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy

13:54 - 🎤 Jamey Eisenberg Joins!

15:52 - 📋 Start/Bench/Cut with Liz & Jamey

19:40 - 🎯 Liz & Jamey's Leaguemates to Crush!

25:38 - 🥶 Advice For Managers with a Losing Record

31:54 - 🍻 Last Call

33:01 - 🤦‍♀️ Bloopers!

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GUT CHECK: Fantasy Players You Should TRUST in Week 5 | Fantasy Focus

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 16:46:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay break down which top Bengals have disappointed so far and who you should trust over them? Who should you consider benching in Week 5? Which players stock is down or up five weeks into the season? Time Codes: 0:00 Countdown Clock 1:25 Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 3:48 Browns starting QB Dillon Gabriel! 8:25 Fantasy Gut Check Name Game! 40:35 Players You Should Stock Up or Down on! 54:10 Board Bet Payoff 58:11 Wheel of Punishment 59:32 Breaking News! Bucky Irving on Crutches Dealing with Foot Injury

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The BEST Week 5 Waiver Wire Pickups + Monday Night Football Recaps | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:41:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, & Stephania Bell recap the Monday Night Football matchups and discuss the best waiver wire pickups ahead of Week 5. Who is a priority pickup? Who could replace your players on a bye week? Who is a quality injury replacement? Plus, which players should you start to panic about or show patience with? 00:00 Welcome to Fantasy Focus 03:30 Jets vs Dolphins MNF Recap 12:42 Bengals vs Broncos MNF Recap 21:51 Show League Update 23:57 Week 5 Waiver Wire Targets 44:20 Panic or Patience 1:03:30 Thanks for Watching

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Week 4 Recap: Rookie STANDOUTS & MAJOR Duds | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 19:16:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to recap an action-packed week 4 in the NFL. Jaxson Dart, Emeka Egbuka, and Omarion Hampton all impressed as the rookies showed out in week 4 with big-time performances, but can they keep producing? After another standout game for Amon Ra St. Brown, could he be WR1 in fantasy this season? What is going on with Ladd McConkey and the Chargers? Plus, stud and duds from week 4.

00:00-03:30 Intro and Welcome In! 03:30-08:30 Ashton Jeanty breakout 08:30-10:30 Malik Nabers injury 10:30-14:30 Giants Rookies 14:30-18:50 Rookie RBs breakout 18:50-22:20 Lamar Jackson injury 22:20-25:10 Xavier Worthy impact 25:10-26:32 Treyveyon Henderson 26:32-32:30 Bucs WRs 32:30-34:51 Chargers WRs 34:51-38:12 Drake Maye 38:12-43:21 Amon Ra St Brown, Nacua, Jefferson 43:21-47:10 Christian McCaffrey 47:10-55:15 Studs & Duds 55:15-1:01:02 MNF Preview 1:01:02-1:02:04 Thanks and Goodbye!

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Week 4 Preview: QB + WR Injuries to Monitor & Starts of the Week! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 16:50:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay continue their week 4 preview with a deep dive into key Quarterback and Wide Receiver injuries to monitor. Will the Commanders be without their star wideout Terry McLaurin? How will the Buccaneers pass catchers look without Mike Evans for a few weeks? Plus, which QB's you can trust in week 4.

00:00-03:05 Intro and Welcome In! 03:05-13:04 TNF Seahawks/Cardinals Recap 13:04-16:12 QB Injuries to Monitor 16:12-18:05 Garrett Wilson still a lineup lock? 18:05-22:55 Travis Hunter outlook 22:55-29:06 Key WR Injuries 29:06-33:33 Daniel Jones resurgence 33:33-36:36 Minnesota and Washington backfields' 36:36-39:50 Vulnerable Lions? 39:50-42:00 Tre Tucker flex lock? 42:00-52:05 Starts of the week! 52:05-57:14 Dopp Stand up Comedy 57:14-1:01:40 Mailbag questions and goodbye!

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The #1 RB You Should AVOID: Week 4 Preview | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:46:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay break down the which RBs to look out for ahead of Week 4. Who should you consider benching? Plus, what should you be on the lookout for ahead of TNF?

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Week 4 SHOCKER! Why Your Second Option is Outperforming Your First

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:24:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza breaks down why some second-choice fantasy players could actually be an upgrade. Then it’s time for Fantasy Therapy, the safe space to put your lineup worries on the couch and talk them out. Later, Liz welcomes actor and fantasy football die-hard Tom Everett Scott (🎬 That Thing You Do, The Summer I Turned Pretty). He shares how he balances Hollywood with his lineups, reveals his starts & sits, and joins Liz for a fun round of Blind Resumes.

📞 Got a question? Call Liz Loza’s Fantasy Football Therapy Hotline: (914) 348-1893

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

2:04 - 🔄 The Case For Second Choice Players

8:38 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy

16:25 - 🎬 Tom Everett Scott Joins!

10:40 - 🏈 How Tom Balances Fantasy Football With Hollywood

24:04 - ✅ Tom’s Starts/Sits

25:51 - 👀 “Blind Resumes” With Liz & Tom

32:47 - 🍻 Last Call

33:52 - 😂 Bloopers!

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The 6 MOST Puzzling Guys to Rank in Week 4 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 16:21:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay break down the toughest guys to rank ahead of Week 4. Who is most likely to have a bounce back week? Who should you consider benching? Plus, which player should you cut from your roster? Time Codes: 0:00 Countdown Clock 0:09 Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 2:56 Six most puzzling players to rank 31:33 Keep, Bench, Cut 44:48 Fielding Concerns 57:39 Punishment Wheel

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The BEST Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 4 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 16:57:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, & Stephania Bell breakdown the top waiver wire pickups ahead of Week 4. Who is a must add player before Thursday? Who could be a quality injury replacement? Plus, who could be poised for a bigger role going forward? 00:00 Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 5:09 Monday Night Football Recap 16:22 Show League Update 20:47 Week 4 Waiver Wire Targets 37:20 Scoring Leaders 55:15 Fantasy Focus Mailbag 1:02:00 Thanks for Watching!

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Week 3 Recap + BIGGEST Trends & Studs and Duds | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 18:34:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, & Stephania Bell breakdown all the action for a wild week 3 in the NFL. Are the Dallas Cowboys in trouble with star WR Ceedee Lamb dealing with an ankle injury? Has Caleb Williams and the Bears offense finally started to click? Is Omarion Hampton ready to emerge as a top fantasy RB? Plus, the crew previews the Monday night matchup with the Baltimore Ravens taking on the Detroit Lions. All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

00:00-01:55 Intro and Welcome In

01:55-05:15 Eagles pass catchers are back!

05:15-08:20 Jonathon Taylor continues to dominate

08:20-12:28 James Conner injury and Marvin Harrison Jr.

12:28-14:50 Ceedee Lamb injury

14:50-18:15 Treyveyon Henderson struggling to break through

18:15-21:15 49ers injuries

21:15-38:28 Biggest week 3 takeaways

38:28-48:00 Trends to keep an eye on

48:00-56:45 Studs and Duds week 3

56:45-1:02:00 MNF Preview Lions vs Ravens

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Backfield Breakdowns: Who Can You Trust in Week 3? | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 16:32:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, & Mike Clay are here to get your lineups ready for Week 3. With Quarterback injuries stacking up around the league, which backups are set up to succeed? And which QBs are in trouble with tough matchups in week 3? Plus, with so many backfields working by committee, which running backs are poised to take that next step and start controlling their backfield? Which TE's are must start? The fantasy focus crew also hands out their starts of the week! 00:00-04:40 Intro and Welcome In 04:40-11:26 TNF Bills Dolphins review 11:26-25:49 Week 3 QB watch 25:49-46:18 Week 3 Backfield Breakdown 46:18-54:37 Tight End Talk 54:37-1:01:54 Starts of the week! 1:01:54-1:04:54 Mailbag and Goodbye

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Week 3 Must Starts! What we know now about Daniel Jones, Jameson Williams, and Bhayshul Tuten.

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 16:42:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza dives into: What we didn't know about Daniel Jones, Jameson Williams, and Bhayshul Tuten, that we know now, heading into Week 3. She also offers up her couch for Fantasy Therapy, where your fantasy football questions take center stage. Then, Fantasy Focus friend Daniel Dopp joins to share: Why he's ready to cut Evan Engram (and David Njoku), why he doesn't trust Quentin Johnston, and to give us his start/sit calls for the week.

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

2:26 - 🤔 We Didn't Know…

7:42 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy

12:49 - 🎙️ Daniel Dopp Joins!

16:31 - 📉 Dopp Wants To Sell High On…

19:44 - ✅ Dopp's Start/Sit Of The Week

32:41 - 🍻 Last Call

33:45 - 😂 Bloopers!

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Which WR's have the Best Matchups in Week 3? 👀 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 15:48:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, & Mike Clay are here to get your lineups ready for Week 3. Which WR's are poised for a big week 3? Which WR's should you consider alternatives for? Plus, Mike Clay breaks down his WR/CB shadow report for this week, and hands out upgrades and downgrades based on the matchups. Which fantasy X-factors is the crew eyeing for a Bills vs Dolphins Thursday night matchup? All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Panic or Patience: When to Bench, Drop, or Stay the Course? | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:30:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, & Mike Clay are here to get you lineups set for Week 3. Which players is it time to start panicking on? Conversely, which players should you be more patient with? Plus, which players are climbing the rankings ahead of Week 3?

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MUST GRAB Waiver Wire Adds for Week 3 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 17:15:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Liz Loza, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell break down the best waiver adds ahead of Week 3. Who are the must grab players before Thursday? Who could be quality stashes before moving into Week 4? Plus, what QBs can you help you out if you are dealing with injuries?

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Week 2 Recap + Studs and Duds | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 19:07:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's show, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell break down their overreactions and their Studs and Duds from the action-packed Week 2. Is Amon-Ra St. Brown a MUST start? Is Malik Nabers a potential league winner? Plus, Finally, our hosts preview the Monday night game between the Buccaneers-Texans and the Chargers-Raiders. All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Week 2 Starts or Sits! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 17:34:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay break down TNF, reveal your best start/sit calls, and spotlight the rookie WR poised to deliver the most value in Week 2.

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The Best Wide Receiver Starts for Week 2! | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:32:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, & Mike Clay are here to get you lineups set for Week 2. What are the best starts for the week? Which WR/CB matchups can you exploit? Plus, what should you be on the lookout for ahead of TNF? Time Codes: 0:00 Countdown Clock 1:31 Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 4:30 Headlines from the future 9:45 Week 2 preview 32:50 TE market crash 41:20 Mike Clay's Shadow Report 49:00 TNF Preview 56:47 Longshots

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STOP Making These Lineup Mistakes in Week 2!

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:32:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza breaks down the key adjustments fantasy managers need to make heading into Week 2. She’s then joined by FTN Fantasy and SiriusXM analyst Jeff Ratcliffe for a deeper dive into the decisions that matter most: emerging storylines, start/sit calls, and the pickups that could swing your lineup.

0:00 - ⏰ Welcome

2:17 - ❌ Mistakes to Learn From

6:51 - 🎙️ Jeff Ratcliff Joins!

11:58 - 📖 Which Storyline Will Define Week 2?

16:31 - 🏈 Jeff's Week 2 Start & Sit Players

18:33 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy with Liz & Jeff

26:50 - ❤️ Liz's "But Daddy, I Love Him" Player of the Week

28:15 - 🍻 Last Call!

29:14 - 🤪 Bloopers

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Week 2 Rankings + Bounce Back Candidates | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 17:22:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to get you set for Week 2. Who are some players rising up the current rankings? Which players should you have faith in improving in Week 2? Plus, Mike Clay provides his Week 2 line-up advice.

0:00 - Countdown Clock

1:42 - Welcome

6:00 - Rankings Reactions

28:00 - Confidence Meter: Bounce-Back Candidates

35:32 - 5 Annoying Things From Week 1

52:16 - Fantasy Focus Show League Update

56:17 - Mailbag

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The BEST Waiver Adds Ahead of Week 2 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 22:49:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to get you set ahead of week 2. Which concerns can be deemed overreactions after week 1? What injuries should you monitor going into week 2? Plus, who are the best waiver adds to target? All this and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Overreaction Monday + Week 1 Studs & Duds | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 18:52:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are here to recap week 1. What are some of the overreactions from this week? Who shined and who disappointed? Which injuries should you be monitoring? Plus, what should you be looking out for on Monday Night Football? All this and more on Fantasy Focus! Time Codes: 0:00 Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 2:00 Overreaction Monday 44:00Studs & Duds 58:00 MNF preview

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Players to lock into your Week 1 Lineup | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 16:45:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to help you lock in your lineup for week 1. Which players are poised for a dominant week 1? Who are Field, Mike, and Dopp's starts of the week? Plus, which matchups can you exploit in tonight's game? All this and more on Fantasy Focus! Time Codes: 0:00 Countdown Clock 1:27 Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 3:10 CMC Injury Update 8:27 TNF Recap 18:38 Biggest Week 1 Storylines 42:30 Chiefs vs. Chargers Preview 50:02 Starts of the Week 55:30 Mailbag

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The BEST Starts for Week 1 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:25:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay break down the biggest story lines ahead of Week 1. Who are the best starts to kick off the season? Which WR/CB matchups can you exploit in your lineup? Plus, who should be in your lineup for TNF? All this and more on Fantasy Focus! Time Codes: 0:00 Countdown Clock 1:28 Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 5:50 Biggest storylines for Week 1 36:30 Mike Clay's shadow report 48:10 TNF Preview 58:49 Mailbag 1:05:00 Thanks for watching!

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Nothing’s Permanent in Fantasy Football 👀 + Week 1 Start/Sit Picks with James Roday

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:06:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza breaks down the players whose roles are anything but locked in as the season unfolds. Then, she’s joined by actor, director, and fantasy football diehard James Roday, who drops his sleeper pick and dishes on some Week 1 start/sit calls. Next, James joins Liz for a round of “This or That” before Liz unveils her "But Daddy, I Love Him" player of the week.

0:00 - 👋 Welcome!

2:06 - 🔄 Players in permanent impermanent positions

5:30 - 🎬 James Roday joins!

9:11 - 😴 James’ sleeper pick

11:49 - 🏈 James’ Week 1 start/sit players

16:12 - ➡️⬅️ “This or That” with Liz & James

22:55 - ❤️ Liz’s “But Daddy, I Love Him” Player of the Week

23:58 - 🍻 Last Call!

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The HARDEST Players to Rank for Week 1 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:17:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay go through the Week 1 rankings. Which players are the toughest to rank ahead of this week's slate of games? Plus, which players could you pick up in free agency or waivers and start this week?! All this and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Players Who Will Define the Season

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 17:15:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On todays show, Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Stephania Bell breakdown their players that will define the fantasy season. Which second-year players are poised to break out? Can a rookie running back be a league winner? And which QBs are ready to turn heads and be big time fantasy contributors right out of the gate? All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Fantasy Focus Show League Draft 🏈

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:18:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On todays show, Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Mike Clay draft their teams for the annual fantasy focus show league. Who will go #1 overall in a 12-team PPR draft? All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Breaking Fantasy Rules: Draft Smarter, Not Harder

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 14:25:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza is breaking the rules of fantasy football…literally. From the players you shouldn’t let the draft rules blind you to, to the biggest mistake drafters make every season, nothing is off-limits. Special guest, fantasy strategist JJ Zachariason drops by to question some “set-in-stone” fantasy rules, then sticks around for a round of Smash or Pass with Liz. And of course, it all wraps up with Liz calling people out in All The Sauce.

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

1:42 - 📚 Break the Rules, Draft These Guys

6:33 - 🎉 JJ Zachariason Joins!

7:03 - 🚧 The Biggest Mistake Drafters Make Is…

12:15 - 🤔 A Fantasy Rule Worth Questioning

20:13 - 💥 "Smash or Pass" with Liz & JJ

25:01 - 🌶️ All The Sauce: Liz Calls People Out!

27:03 - 🍻 Last Call!

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Fantasy Football Hot Takes 🔥 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:53:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today’s episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to give you some fantasy hot takes for the upcoming season. Will Travis Kelce have a down fantasy year in what could be his final NFL season? Is Brian Thomas Jr. ready to emerge as a star? Plus, will Dak Prescott be an underrated QB to roster? All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Headlines From The Future | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:05:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today’s episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to give you some fantasy headlines from the future. Will start Running backs get traded during the season? Is Malik Nabers not being drafted early enough? When will rookie QBs make their debuts? All that and more on Fantasy Focus! 00:00-04:25 Intro and Welcome in! 04:25-09:55 Adam Thielen back to the Vikings 09:55-21:40 Cut Day: Winners and Losers 21:40-25:30 Field Daniel Jones Headline from the future 25:30-29:15 Mike Bhayshul Tuten Headline from the future 29:15-33:58 Dopp Ricky Pearsall Headline from the future 33:58-38:00 Field Malik Nabers Headline from the future 38:00-40:30 Mike Drake Maye Headline from the future 40:30-42:50 Dopp Breece Hall Headline from the future 42:50-45:25 Field Ollie Gordon Headline from the future 45:25-1:00:35 Headlines from the future final thoughts

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12-Team PPR Mock Draft | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 17:10:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today’s episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are back with a 12-team PPR Mock Draft ! Who's going number one? How will the recent news surrounding Joe Mixon affect his ADP? Will Amari Cooper still have flex value after signing with the Raiders? Who could be a late-round steal?

00:00-03:05 Ultimate Draft Weekend recap 03:05-07:55 Joe Mixon Injury update 07:55-10:00 Terry McLaurin extension 10:00-10:35 Trophy Smack 10:35-22:13 Mock Draft Rounds 1-3 22:13-36:30 Mock Draft Rounds 4-7 36:30-49:51 Mock Draft Rounds 8-10 49:51-54:20 Final Team Reviews 54:20-59:25 Final Thoughts and Goodbye

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Fantasy Draft Day: Do's & Don'ts! | Fantasy Focus

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:00:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today’s show, Daniel Dopp, Stephania Bell, Field Yates, Liz Loza, and Mike Clay bring you all the action from Baha Mar in Nassau, Bahamas for the Ultimate Draft Weekend! 0:32 - Draft Day Do’s & Don’ts you need to know 10:08 - Audience Q&A from the Bahamas 34:28 - Must Draft Players for the 2025 season

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Undervalued Players to Look Out for in your Fantasy Football Draft!

Sat, 23 Aug 2025 15:00:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today’s episode, live from the Baha Mar in the Bahamas, Daniel Dopp, Stephania Bell, Field Yates, Liz Loza, and Mike Clay get you ready for fantasy drafts with their breakout stars and busts. Is Rome Odunze set to be a breakout star?! Plus, is Saquon Barkley set to disappoint fantasy managers? Finally, should you steer clear of New York Jets players? Time Codes: 0:00 Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 0:41 Baha Mar Ultimate Draft Weekend! 4:53 Brian Robinson Jr. joins the 49ers 12:35 Mike's breakout star 15:06 Liz's breakout star 18:12 Stephania's breakout star 20:13 Dopp's breakout star 22:26 Field's breakout star 25:13 Mike's bust players 29:58 Liz's bust players 34:28 Field's bust players 40:26 Stephania's bust players 52:17 Dopp's bust players

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Fantasy Football League Winners and Sleepers You Need to Know

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 03:18:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today’s episode, live from the Baha Mar in the Bahamas, Daniel Dopp, Stephania Bell, Field Yates, Liz Loza, and Mike Clay get you ready for fantasy drafts with their favorite "league winners" and "sleepers". Can Trevor Lawrence finally breakout as a top fantasy QB? Will Chase Brown be the running back that wins fantasy managers championships? And with all the injuries to the 49ers pass catchers in the pre-season, which wideout is ready to step up?

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Fantasy Players Whose ADP Gives The Ick 😬 + Inside Rainn Wilson’s League Drama

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 16:30:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza unpacks players who give her the ick. Tune in because their names may surprise you. Then she's joined by Dez Borges, Commissioner of the Rainn Wilson Invitational fantasy league. He spills all on the league’s cutthroat competition, and the most ridiculous excuse he’s heard as commish. Plus, Liz unveils her ‘But Daddy, I Love Him’ pick of the week…a rookie who might quickly become one of Baker Mayfield’s go-to targets.

0:00 - 👋 Welcome

1:35 - 🥴 Players Whose ADP Is Giving The Ick

5:51 - 🍿 Dez Borges Joins!

7:23 - 🏈 How Dez & Rainn Wilson Started a Fantasy League

12:40 - 🙄 The Biggest Excuse Dez Has Heard As Commish

18:00 - ⭐️ Casting Call: Movie Characters as NFL Stars

23:56 - 💛 Liz’s “But Daddy, I Love Him” Player of the Week

25:25 - 🍺 Last Call!

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Field Yates Fantasy Favorites 🔥 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 14:00:00 -0000

Looking for help with your fantasy football draft? Field Yates gives his favorite picks for the 2025-26 season.

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Daniel Dopp's 5 Fantasy Favorites

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:31:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today’s episode, Daniel Dopp and Stephania Bell return with Dopp’s Five Fantasy Favorites. Can Dak Prescott climb back into QB1 territory? Is Jameson Williams primed for a breakout? Which late-round flyer is Dopp targeting? Plus, Stephania breaks down the key injuries to monitor. All that and more, right here on Fantasy Focus.

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10-Team PPR Mock Draft | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 15:43:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today’s episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are back with a 10-team PPR Mock Draft ! Who's going number one? Who could be a late-round steal? All that and more on Fantasy Focus.

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9 MUST - Draft Running Backs | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 16:38:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today’s episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay break down the nine must-draft running backs of the 2025 season. Which RB will have the biggest bounce-back year? Which rookie running back will step up to the plate? And which running back should you avoid? All that and more—right here on Fantasy Focus.

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Fantasy Focus 12-Team PPR Mock Draft

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:58:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Liz Loza are back with a 12-team PPR Mock Draft ! Who's going number one? Who could be a late-round steal? All that and more on Fantasy Focus.

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9 MUST-HAVE Wide Receivers in 2025 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 16:36:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay discuss the nine MUST-HAVE wide receivers in the 2025 season! Which wide receiver will outperform their ADP? Who will be the “comeback story” WR of the season? And which rookie receiver will step up to the plate? All that and more on Fantasy Focus.

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Field Yates' 7 Rookies to Target

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 17:01:00 -0000

On today's episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell break down the top 7 rookies to target in your draft this season. Is Ashton Jeanty the number one option in the class? And is Tetairoa McMillan the best wide receiver of the group? All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Fantasy Focus 12-Team PPR Superflex Mock Draft 🏈

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 16:19:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell are back with a 12-team PPR Superflex Mock Draft! Are Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow first-round targets? Who could be a late-round steal? And what is the best way to approach the superflex position? All that and more on Fantasy Focus. 00:00-04:48 Intro and Ultimate Draft Weekend Info 04:48-08:56 Field Yates’ 2-Minute Drill 08:56-12:51 Round 1 12:51-16:40 Round 2 16:40-23:05 Round 3 23:05-28:35 Round 4 28:35-34:46 Round 5 34:46-40:00 Round 6 40:00-47:30 Round 7 47:30-51:00 Round 8 51:00-54:30 Round 9 54:30-58:19 Round 10 58:19-1:02:15 Round 11 1:02:15-1:07:00 Draft Recap 1:07:00-1:08:40 Thanks for Watching!

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Fantasy Focus 2025 Road Trip... LIVE from NYC!

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 17:57:00 -0000

Fantasy Focus is back on the road, this time in New York City! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Liz Loza, Mike Clay, and Stephania Bell are here to break down the most pressing questions ahead of your fantasy draft. Who is Liz Loza's 'high risk, high reward' player this season? Plus, who is the best fantasy player of either New York team? All this, and more on Fantasy Focus!

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THREE guys where the Fantasy HYPE is real | Facts vs Feelings

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 17:27:00 -0000

This week on the Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza breaks down what it really means to be a drumbeat player and the names she has on her radar. Then she’s joined by Kyle Soppe, fantasy analyst and sports betting expert at PFSN, to dig into the fine art of fantasy research, expose the stat that may be catfishing unsuspecting managers, and spotlight the trend quietly gaining steam in smart draft rooms. Plus, NFL Fantasy Therapy is in session. Liz offers advice, insight, and maybe a little emotional closure.

0:00 - Welcome

1:06 - 🥁 Drumbeat Players, Defined (and Judged)

7:03 - 👋 Kyle Soppe Pulls Up

8:17 - 🎨 Fantasy Research Is an Art, Actually

8:42 - 🐟 The Stat That May Catfish Fantasy Managers

13:27 - 📈 This Trend’s Heating Up Fast

15:48 - ❓Jeopardy, But Make It Fantasy

23:42 - 🛋️ Fantasy Therapy: Talk It Out with Liz

26:45 -🍻 Last Call!

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6 Quarterbacks That Will OUTPERFORM Their ADP | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 17:08:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Liz Loza, Field Yates, and Mike Clay discuss quarterbacks that will outperform their ADP and some sneaky fantasy sleepers. How much value can Drake Maye and Trevor Lawrence provide this year? Who has the potential for a big breakout? 00:00-06:17 Intro and Live Show Tickets Info 06:17-38:50 6 Quarterbacks Who Will OUTPERFORM Their ADP 38:50-58:11 Sneaky Good Sleepers 58:11-1:02:51 Fantasy Focus Mailbag Questions 1:02:51-1:03:25 Thanks for Watching!

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Most Overhyped Fantasy Players in 2025 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 16:41:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay discuss the top 10 overhyped players to avoid in your fantasy football drafts. Can Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce still provide good value in 2025? Is Jerry Jeudy a fantasy bust? 00:00-06:30 Intro and Live Show Tickets Info 06:30-21:12 Opening Drive 21:12-55:15 10 Overhyped Players to Avoid 55:15-1:04:45 Fantasy Focus Mailbag Questions 1:04:45-1:05:55 Thanks for Watching!

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Mike Clay's Playbook: Planning a Winning Draft Strategy | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 18:26:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Mike Clay, Field Yates, and Daniel Dopp discuss Mike's keys to winning your fantasy league this season. Which young running backs can provide big value? How deep is the wide receiver position? Should you spend up on an elite tight end?

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Fantasy Focus 12-Team PPR Mock Draft 🏈

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 16:47:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! In today's episode, Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Mike Clay are back with another mock draft, but this time it will be a 12-team PPR league. Which players have the biggest upside this season? Who could be a massive steal?

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Field Yates' 2025 Fantasy Tight End Tiers | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 18:32:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! In today's episode, Field Yates and Daniel Dopp break down their tight end tiers and rankings for the 2025 season. Is Trey McBride TE1 this season? Will Kyle Pitts finally have a breakout season? Is Travis Kelce still an elite option in fantasy this year? All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Draft Day Steals, Strategy & the Bust You Should’ve Seen Coming

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 17:32:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza spotlights the under-the-radar names you might want to circle on draft day. Then, longtime fantasy expert Andy Behrens joins the show to share his 2025 draft strategy, how to adjust on the fly, and why beating your OG league just hits different. Plus, Liz revisits a player who flopped hard last season, but has Stephania Bell whispering, “I told you so.”

00:00 Intro

01:43 🎯 Dart Throws That Could Win Your League

07:33 🙋🏼‍♂️ Andy Behrens Joins!

09:22♟️ Andy’s 2025 Fantasy Draft Strategy

13:00 🐻 Chicago Bears Hype Check: You Buying It?

18:10 🍺 “Beer Me”: Serving Up Beer & Player Comps

25:30 💛 Liz’s “But Daddy, I Love Him” Player of the Week

27:00 📣 Last Call!

Tickets to live shows:

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Field Yates' 2025 Fantasy Running Back Tiers | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 18:04:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! In today's episode, Field Yates and Daniel Dopp break down their running back tiers and rankings for the 2025 season. Can star rookie Ashton Jeanty finish as a top-3 running back? Will Bucky Irving and Chase Brown break out as stars? Which rookie RB is undervalued this season based on their situation? All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Field Yates' 2025 Fantasy Wide Receiver Tiers | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 17:59:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! In today's episode, Field Yates and Daniel Dopp break down their Wide Receiver tiers for the 2025 season. Is Ja'Marr Chase in a class of his own this year? Can Malik Nabers or Brian Thomas Jr. make a push for WR1? Plus, what to expect from young WRs ready to break out like Xavier Worthy and Ladd McConkey. All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Field Yates' 2025 Fantasy Quarterback Tiers | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 19:20:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! In today's episode, Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Stephania Bell get you ready for the fantasy season by tiering the Quarterbacks for the 2025 season. Where will second-year phenom Jayden Daniels rank this season? Should Jalen Hurts be higher on draft boards? Will CJ Stroud bounce-back after struggling last season? All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Fantasy Focus 10-Team PPR Mock Draft 🏈

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 20:23:00 -0000

Welcome back to ESPN's Fantasy Focus! In today's episode, Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Stephania Bell get you ready for the fantasy season with a 10-team PPR mock draft. Who should be drafted first overall this season? Which sleepers do the guys have their eye on? Tickets to live shows: PHILLY: https://www.axs.com/events/1045301/fantasy-focus-football-live-in-philly-tickets?skin=uniontransfer NYC: https://www.universe.com/events/fantasy-focus-football-live-tickets-7FV84L

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Our THREE Favorite Fantasy Fits on New Teams + 💪 Austin Ekeler Fears No One!

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 22:05:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza hijacks the Fantasy Focus feed to dive into the chaos of change… especially for vets on new teams. Fittingly, Austin Ekeler drops by to share what it was like transitioning from the Chargers to the Commanders. He also talks Jayden Daniels, overlooked skills, fantasy tips, and the faces he'd like to run right through. Plus, he plays a wild round of Fact or Feeling. Liz also spotlights her “But Daddy, I Love Him” pick: Vikings RB Jordan Mason… because every underdog deserves a shot. Then it’s Last Call to wrap things up!

1:39 - Fantasy Vets in New Places, Still Bringing the Juice

7:33 - Austin Ekeler Joins!

10:20 - Austin Ekeler on Syncing with Jayden Daniels’ Speed

14:22 - Should You Draft Austin Ekeler? He Weighs In

17:07 “- Fact or Feeling?" with Liz & Austin

20:25 - Liz's "But Daddy, I Love Him" Player of the Week

22:03 - Last Call!

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Stephania Bell’s Top 5 Injuries to Monitor | Fantasy Focus

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today’s episode, Daniel Dopp and Stephania Bell break down the biggest injury questions heading into the 2025 fantasy football season.

What should we expect from Christian McCaffrey after another injury-shortened year? Can you trust him after missing 8 games in 2024, or does a clean bill of health this spring mean it’s full steam ahead?

Plus, Stephania unveils her Top 5 Injury Situations to Monitor for 2025. Which players should you draft with confidence and who might be a risky bet?

All that and more, right here on Fantasy Focus!

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Mike Clay's players to AVOID in your Fantasy Draft | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 22:18:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's episode, Mike Clay and Daniel Dopp discuss which players to be wary of in fantasy drafts. Time Codes: 0:00 Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 2:57 Bijan Robinson 5:30 Breece Hall 8:01 Ladd McConkey 10:22 Rashee Rice 13:36 Justin Fields 18:08 Travis Etienne 20:28 Rome Odunze 23:24 Mark Andrews 25:42 Saints Players 27:52 Marvin Harrison Jr. 31:06 Xavier Worthy 31:59 Najee Harris 33:53 Jayden Daniels

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Field Yates' MUST DRAFT Rookies in 2025 | Fantasy Focus 🏈

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 17:38:00 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! In today's episode Field Yates and Daniel Dopp break down the most fantasy-relevant rookies heading into 2025. Time Codes: 0:00 Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 2:10 Ashton Jeanty 4:57 Omarion Hampton 8:27 TreyVeon Henderson 11:57 Kaleb Johnson 15:20 Tet McMillan 18:59 Travis Hunter 24:25 Quinshon Judkins 27:40 RJ Harvey 31:09 Jack Bech 34:58 Emeka Egbuka

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Trust Issues, Draft Tips & One Player Liz Loves (Baggage Included)

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0000

This week on Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza breaks down which fantasy players you might want to trust… despite the risk of them breaking your heart. Then she’s joined by Joey Wright, community ambassador for Footballguys, to reveal his favorite draft position and the QB he's betting big on as a league-winner. Plus, Liz confesses her soft spot for one talented player with a history of extracurricular behavior… and why she’s riding with him anyway.

1:38 Players to Trust… or Not

7:50 Joey Wright Joins!

13:34 The Best Draft Spots

16:33 Joey’s League-Winning QB Pick

18:05 “This or That” with Liz & Joey

23:28 Liz’s “But Daddy, I Love Him” Player of the Week

25:00 Last Call!

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2025 Fantasy Football Season Preview LIVE From the NFL Draft!

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 20:00:00 -0000

Field Yates, Mike Clay, Daniel Dopp, Stephania Bell, and Liz Loza are LIVE at Lambeau Field for the 2025 NFL Draft! The draft weekend just got WILD! Get ready for shocking fantasy reactions, rookie breakdowns, biggest free agent moves, biggest fantasy players from last season, and unpredictable QB chaos that’ll flip your fantasy league upside down before Week 1 even starts! Will Cam Ward be the No. 1 pick? Could Ashton Jeanty shock everyone and land in the 1st round? Will Travis Hunter or Shedeur Sanders fall to the 2nd round?

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The Rookie Report: An OFFICIAL NFL Draft Preview Presented by Grainger

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:50:00 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Mike Clay, Stephania Bell, and Liz Loza give their full report on the rookies looking to get drafted next week! After that, they predict the future of some of the biggest names in fantasy football. AND they tell you the ONE rookie they believe can "get it done" in fantasy football this upcoming season.

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Chasing satisfaction with Luis Perez, QB of the Arlington Renegades

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 10:01:00 -0000

Liz Loza Welcomes Arlington Renegades QB and Best-Selling Author Luis Perez to the Facts vs. Feelings Podcast

Liz and Luis discuss his dynamic career across the NFL, XFL, and UFL, his inspiring decision to leave a promising bowling career to chase his NFL dreams, and his relentless pursuit of fulfillment and success.

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The Audacity to question an NFL Owner: Insights from Amy Trask, Former CEO of the Oakland Raiders

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000

In this week's episode of Facts vs Feelings, Liz Loza welcomes Amy Trask, former CEO of the Oakland Raiders and CBS Sports analyst, to discuss the landscape of being a CEO in the NFL. They delve into the current state of the league and Amy's role as a board member of the BIG3 basketball league. Amy also compares the intricacies of managing a basketball league with those of a football league.

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Exploring the feelings of drafting cowboys players on your fantasy team

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000

In this week's episode of Facts vs Feelings Liz Loza welcomes James Coker to explore

How to let go of drafting with your feelings when you are a Cowboys fan and how to use the facts to not draft them in your fantasy team.

We also talk about Formula 1 racing and the current state of the sport.

And James gives us some inside information of what Mariah Carey smells like.

And the time when he cursed at an NBA player right to his face.

00 Hacking into the Focus Feed (again)

1:00 Open Monologue

4:40 Welcome James Coker

5:35 60 seconds of facts about James Coker

7:38 Drafting Cowboys Players with your heart on your fantasy team

12:45 Formula 1 and being a F1 content creator

27: 10 Cursing at an NBA Player to his face

29:26 Facts vs Feelings Game

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Reviewing the best and worst moves of the 2025 NFL Free Agency.

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 16:51:00 -0000

In the first episode of Liz Loza's podcast Facts vs Feelings. Liz welcomes Daniel Dopp to the show, to explore the facts around the Free Agency class of 2025 and discover how they feel about it.

What have been the moves they love the most ? Who has improved their team by signing those big names to their team ?

What's the best fantasy move ? What moves made Liz a Bears fan and Dopp a Lions fan happy ?

Hear the facts, and explore your feelings on episode 1 of Facts vs. Feelings.

:00 Hijacking The NFL Fantasy Focus Feed

:45 Opening Monologue of Facts vs Feelings

5:22 Welcome Daniel Dopp

9:30 The best and worst moves of the 2025 NFL Free Agency

29:23 Which is better: The original or the sequel ?

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The Fantasy Focus Awards Show: Who Takes The Crown?!

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 19:00:00 -0000

Welcome to the ultimate celebration of the fantasy football season! The Fantasy Focus crew—Field Yates, Mike Clay, Stephania Bell, Daniel Dopp, and Liz Loza — hand out awards to this year’s biggest fantasy standouts, surprises, and disappointments.

From MVPs to Breakout Stars, Waiver Wire Wonders to Fantasy Flops, we’re breaking it all down in style. Who takes home the coveted Fantasy MVP award? Which rookie shined the brightest? And who had the hottest take of the season?

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Week 18 Preview: Running Back Roller Coaster

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 16:47:36 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell put a bow on the NFL regular season. But first, the crew breaks down everything fantasy managers need to know heading into Week 18! Plus, we talk this season’s most notable scoring leaders. Who finished on top? Which rookies shined brightest and are poised to dominate next season?

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Week 18 Preview: Start or Sit?

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 16:49:35 -0000

It's the top of the year, and on today's show Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay dive right back into the thick of things heading into Week 18! Will we see Saquon Barkley this week vs the Giants? Will Brock Purdy play vs Arizona? Plus, we'll break down some pivotal WR start or sits for the week: Can we trust Garrett Wilson vs. Jalen Ramsey and can Cooper Kupp bounce back?! Finally, it's time for Mike Clay's 2025 Top 25! Tune in to hear more on who made the list and who didn't! All that and more on Fantasy Focus.

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MNF Recap + Week 18 Motivations

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 17:05:59 -0000

On today's show, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Stephania Bell dive into the key takeaways from Monday Nights matchup between the Lions and 49ers. Plus, as we head into the new year, what teams are motivated heading into week 18? Should you proceed with caution with Lamar Jackson and the Ravens? How should you navigate Jalen Hurts or Saquon Barkley? and are we still all in on the Lions? All this and more on today's episode of Fantasy Focus!

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Week 17 Fantasy Recap + Studs and Duds

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 16:52:56 -0000

What a week in the NFL! Fantasy Focus is back. Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, and Stephania Bell recap the fantasy players who delivered in Week 17 like Ladd McConkey and Malik Nabers and those who didn’t, including Aaron Rodgers and the Jets offense. Need a last-minute miracle? We break down tonight’s high-stakes 49ers vs. Lions game to help you secure your fantasy title!

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Week 17 Preview: Part 2!

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 16:54:23 -0000

On today's show, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay, and Stephania Bell dive into the key takeaways from Thursday Nights low scoring Seahawks vs Bears game. Plus, as we head into a packed weekend of Saturday and Sunday action, there are still plenty of injury concerns.. Is Jalen Hurts in or out vs Dallas? And will start WRs Malik Nabers or Davante Adams suit up in Week 17? And don’t miss the crew's discussion on lineup locks—who you can trust, who you should avoid, and the players that could make or break your week. All that and more, coming up on Fantasy Focus!

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Christmas Day Recaps + Week 17 Preview

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 17:02:45 -0000

On today’s episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay recap the standout performances and games from the Christmas slate, while gearing you up for everything you need to know heading into Week 17. We’re diving into the Naughty or Nice List to call out which players delivered and who left Fantasy managers out in the cold. Plus, with a critical TNF matchup between the Seahawks and Bears on deck, we’ll preview key games and break down what’s at stake. Can Fantasy managers still rely on D’Andre Swift? Are the Bengals clinging to a complicated playoff path? And will Joe Burrow light it up again in another big game? All that and much more coming up on Fantasy Focus!

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Week 16 Studs and Duds

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:44:01 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the biggest performers from this past weekend before breaking down everything you need to know heading into Week 17. Is Keenan Allen a MUST start in week 17? Is Cooper Kupp still a top WR? Can Travis Kelce bounce back? And does Josh Allen deserve the MVP?

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Week 16 Preview Part 2

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:42:24 -0000

On today's show, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay, and Stephania Bell will recap the Broncos - Chargers TNF game and break down everything you need to know heading into Week 16. A couple of wide receiver injuries for the Seahawks and Packers leave unanswered questions on their offenses. Can DK Metcalf shake off this slump? What can we expect from the Packer's receivers with an ongoing Alvin Kamara groin injury? The crew will also get into any Week 16 burning questions fantasy managers may have. Finally, we'll get into the team's starts of the week thus far. All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Week 16 Preview Part 1

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 17:02:53 -0000

Field Yates and Mike Clay break down everything you need to know ahead of Week 16 including if Tua Tagovailoa and Brock Purdy are capable of bouncing back and this week's segment of ranking top QB's and WR's in the dark. Plus, for the playoffs will the guys trust their instincts or is it all about strategy? Speaking of trust, it's time for this year's WR Trust Tree! What can we expect from DeVonta Smith after a big Week 15 performance? Finally, heading into Thursday Night Football, Clay & Yates will preview who to look out for in this Chargers-Broncos matchup.

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Week 16 Fantasy Rankings

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 16:56:02 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Liz Loza dive into their Week 16 rankings for pivotal playoff matchups including how the Falcons benching Kirk Cousins for Michael Penix Jr. will impact fantasy managers. Plus, we talk if Amon-Ra will be a top 5 WR this week, where TJ Hockenson and Hunter Henry fall on the list of TE ranks and if we can trust Drake Maye against a strong Buffalo defense. Finally, Liz Loza will get into this week's Facts vs. Feelings!

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MNF Recap + Week 16 Waiver Wire

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 18:11:51 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the Monday Night Football matchups between the Vikings & Bears and the Falcons & Raiders including if Jordan Addison is prime for a playoff push, how you should navigate the Bears' WRs and if it is time to hit the panic meter on Brock Bowers. Finally, the team will break down Week 16 waivers and injury updates.

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Week 15 Fantasy Recap + Studs and Duds

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 18:41:02 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Stephania Bell and Liz Loza break down their Studs and Duds from an action-packed Week 15 inclduing how Josh Allen has scored over 90 fantasy points in the last two weeks and if he can keep his historic run going for the rest of the fantasy playoffs. Plus, after Saquon Barkley missed most of the second quarter with an undisclosed issue, is there cause for concern for his lackluster performance and should we be concerned with the Dolphins offense? Finally, find out which players earned Shout Outs for Week 15!

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Fantasy Playoffs Breakdown: Week 15 Start or Sit, Injury Updates & Confidence Picks

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 17:10:28 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down who to start or sit for Week 15 before we tackle some key injury updates heading into the weekend. Plus, find out which pass catchers our squad has the most confidence in this week, Justin Jefferson, Sam LaPorta or Devonta Smith.

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League-Winning Strategies for Your Playoff Team

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 17:47:38 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down everything you need to know heading into the fantasy playoffs including if momentum is on Adam Thielen's side and with Rome Odunze coming off his first multi-touchdown game, can he follow it up against the Vikings? Plus, the 'Dopp-ler Playoff Radar' gives the forecast for key players for the rest of the season. Finally, the guys preview the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Rams and 49ers.

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Week 15 Fantasy Rankings + Mailbag

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 18:17:56 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay dive into our Week 15 rankings including if fantasy managers should be concerned after Tee Higgins' performance in Week 14 and if Travis Kelce a Top 5 tight end this week. Finally, the guys answer your lineup questions for Week 15!

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Week 15 Stash or Pass + Hometown Heroes

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 19:31:10 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell are here to get you set for the Fantasy Playoffs. Is Patrick Taylor Jr. a must-add in the fall-out of Isaac Guerendo's injury? Is Bo Nix set to be a potential league winner this season? And is it time to cut Kirk Cousins following another bad performance? Plus, we break down the fantasy playoffs for our show league.

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FULL Week 14 Recap

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:43:00 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell break down their 'Studs and Duds' from Week 14 including Josh Allen's historic fantasy output. Plus, Stephania has the latest injury updates that fantasy managers need for the playoffs including what Isaac Guerendo's status means for an already banged up 49ers backfield. Finally, find out what players earned 'Shout Outs' for Week 14!

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Week 14 Preview Part Two: Lineup Locks + Starts of the Week

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 17:55:52 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell recap the TNF game between the Lions & Packers before breaking down everything you need to know heading into Week 14. Plus, we get into the starts of the week for the crew including important lineup locks to watch out for.

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Week 14 Flex 'Em or Fade 'Em + TNF Preview

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 17:16:57 -0000

Daniel Dopp and Field Yates break down everything you need to know for Week 14 including if we are due for a big Amari Cooper game against the Rams. Plus, the guys answer your pressing questions with playoffs just around the corner. Finally, we preview the Thursday Night NFC North battle by talking what wide receivers should be in your starting lineup tonight.

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Week 14 Fantasy Rankings + Playoff Questions

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 18:50:15 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their Week 14 rankings including where Isaac Guerendo falls with Christian McCaffrey & Jordan Mason on IR and if we still trust Malik Nabers & CeeDee Lamb with risky QB situations. Plus, who is the better fantasy RB in Kansas City this week, Kareem Hunt or Isiah Pacheco? Finally, the guys answer your pressing questions with the playoffs just around the corner.

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Week 14 Waiver Wire + Playoff Difference Makers

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 18:43:20 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the Monday Night Football battle between the Browns & Broncos including if after Jameis Winston's career fantasy night, he is worth picking up for a playoff push. Plus, the crew talks the top waiver wire targets ahead of Week 14 before Stephania gives the latest injury updates from around the league for fantasy managers to take note of. Finally, the crew breaks down which players it's time to panic on and who will be the difference makers ahead of the fantasy playoffs.

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FULL Week 13 Recap

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 17:09:37 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell break down their 'Studs & Duds' from a wild Week 13, including if Jonnu Smith is a potential league winner and if Josh Jacobs is peaking at the right time for fantasy managers. Plus, Stephania has the latest injury updates from around the league including key stars like CMC.

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Week 13 Fantasy Preview: Rankings + Start Em/Sit Em

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 16:59:49 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to get you prepared for the entire Week 13 slate of games. Is Tua startable against the Packers in a tough Thanksgiving matchup? Is Jaxon Smith-Njigba the top option at WR in Seattle? Will Keenan Allen build on his strong performance against the Vikings? Plus, who are the best players to start this week?

0:00 Intro

1:09 Welcome to Fantasy Focus!

3:41 Fantasy Feast or Pass the Plate?

32:28 Daniel Jones to the Vikings

34:31 Thanksgiving Table Talk

51:35 Starts of the Week

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Week 13 Must Starts + Waiver Wire

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 17:39:17 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the Monday Night Football battle between the Ravens & Chargers including how concerned J.K. Dobbins fantasy managers should be about his injury. Plus, the crew talks who the top waiver wire target for Week 13 is before previewing the Thanksgiving slate.

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FULL Week 12 Recap

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 17:06:17 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Stephania Bell and Field Yates break down their Studs and Duds from a wild set of performances in the Week 12 slate inclduing Saquon Barkley going off against the Rams for a career high in fantasy points and the Dolphins finally getting it together on offense. Plus, will Tyreek Hill have any value for fantasy managers in the playoffs, what's the trust level in DJ Moore & Keenan Allen for the rest of the season and is Malik Nabers' fantasy value in trouble with Tommy DeVito at QB?

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Week 12 Fantasy Preview: RB Panic Meter + Starts of the Week

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 17:05:29 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay, and Stephania Bell answer your most crucial questions ahead of Week 12. Has Javonte WIlliams silenced the Audric Estime hype? Which Packers WRs are startable against the 49ers? Can you start Anthony Richardson this week? Plus, how does Tommy DeVito affect Malik Nabers' fantasy value?

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Week 12 Start or Sit + TNF Preview

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 17:22:46 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today’s show, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay break down everything you need to know for Week 12. With Isiah Pacheco off the IR, when will he be able to start in fantasy? And is Austin Ekeler a must-start against a struggling Cowboys defense? Plus, you sent in trade proposals — the guys let you know which ones to accept before the fantasy deadline next week. Finally, the crew previews the Thursday Night Football Matchup between the Steelers and Browns. How many Browns WRs can we trust? All that and more on Fantasy Focus!

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Week 12 Rankings

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:48:48 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay dive into our Week 12 rankings including if Bo Nix is a top 10 fantasy QB for the rest of the season and if we can expect consistency after Anthony Richardson's standout performance. Finally, we discuss the expectations for Mike Evans after his return from injury and if we are due for a Christian McCaffrey breakout game against the Packers.

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MNF Recap + Week 12 Waiver Wire

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 18:19:42 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the Monday Night Football matchup between the Texans & Cowboys including if fantasy managers should be concerned about Nico Collins' quiet performance after his return from injury and if Joe Mixon was the steal of the fantasy season. Plus, Stephania gives the latest updates on injuries around the league before the team breaks down the top waiver wire targets for Week 12.

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FULL Week 11 Recap

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 16:51:21 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Stephania Bell and Liz Loza recap the biggest fantasy storylines coming out of Week 11. The crew talks everything from Daniel's Lions & Liz's Bears going in opposite directions, the impact of a big weekend for tight ends, gives out the Studs and Duds for the week and much more.

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FULL Week 11 Preview

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:03:18 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell get you ready to set your Week 11 lineup including talking the best QB options this week, if Audric Estime has taken control of the Broncos' backfield and if CeeDee Lamb is the only startable fantasy option in Dallas. Plus, has Justin Herbert reclaimed QB1 status in fantasy? All this and much more!

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Week 11 Preview: Part 1

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 17:48:51 -0000

Daniel Dopp and Field Yates tackle the first part of our Week 11 preview including if Anthony Richardson is a viable fantasy streaming against the Jets and if the Bears’ offense will bounce back with a new OC. Finally, the guys preview the Thursday Night Football battle between the Commanders and Eagles at the top of the NFC East including expectations for Brian Robinson Jr. and if there is cause for concern with Jayden Daniels.

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Week 11 Rankings + Rookie Rankings Reset

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:01:41 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay dive into their Week 11 rankings including if George Pickens has earned a spot among the top 5 WRs, if Brock Purdy is a reliable top 10 QB for the rest of the season and what we can expect from Chase Brown moving forward. Plus, the crew hits reset and takes turns redrafting the top 10 active rookies!

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MNF Recap + Week 11 Waiver Wire

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 18:09:00 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap Monday Night Football including if Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle will return to form this season. Plus, the crew breaks down the key waiver wire targets for Week 11.

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FULL Week 10 Recap

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 17:22:13 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell break down the biggest takeaways from Week 10 including Kyler Murray shining against the Jets before the crew discusses who earned 'Stud of the Week' honors, which players disappointed and more! Plus, a special message for Veterans Day.

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Week 10 Preview + Playoff Push Begins

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 18:04:43 -0000

On today's episode Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Stephania Bell, and Mike Clay take you through everything you need to know before Sunday's slate of games. Should you bench DeAndre Hopkins ahead of a Patrick Surtain shadow? Will Jonathon Brooks carve out a sizable role in his first NFL game? Plus, can Aaron Rodgers help you with your playoff push? Finally, what are realistic expectations for CMC in his first game back from Achilles tendonitis?

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Week 10 Lineup Locks + TNF Preview

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 18:01:58 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay let you know who should be a lock in your lineup for Week 10. Plus, we discuss if it is safe to drop Sam LaPorta and if Tyreek Hill & Jaylen Waddle can turn it around. Finally, the guys preview the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Bengals & Ravens.

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Week 10 Rankings + Midseason Awards

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 17:51:59 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their rankings for Week 10 including if CMC is immediately a top 5 RB when he returns, if Daniel Jones is a reliable option against the Panthers in Germany and more! Plus, we hand out midseason awards for fantasy MVPs and busts.

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Week 10 Waivers + MNF Recap

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 19:29:18 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell break down the top Week 10 waiver wire options including if Cedric Tillman could be the best waiver add this season, if Taysom Hill is a viable fantasy option and much more.

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FULL Week 9 Recap

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 17:09:22 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap everything you need to know from Week 9 including if the demise of the 'old RB' has been officially disproven, how you should approach Kyler Murray & Marvin Harrison Jr. moving forward and much more! Plus, a MNF preview!

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FULL Week 9 Preview 2024

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 16:51:15 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell break down everything you need to know to set your Week 9 lineup including if Bo Nix is the best QB to stream this week, if Cedric Tillman is a lineup lock after an impressive performance against Baltimore and more!

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Week 9 Preview + ROS Strength of Schedule

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 15:59:39 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay tackle each player’s rest-of-season schedule, breaking it down by Madden difficulty level. Then, we preview Thursday Night Football and answer if the Jets can flip their spooky offensive struggles into double trouble for the Texans.

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Week 9 Rankings & Trade Reactions

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 15:51:18 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their Week 9 rankings including the impact Anthony Richardson's benching will have on the Colts and how Diontae Johnson’s trade to the Ravens will alter Zay Flowers' production. Plus, what do key injuries mean for Houston’s offense moving forward?

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Week 9 Waivers + Injury Updates

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 16:12:53 -0000

Liz Loza, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap Monday Night Football before talking if fantasy managers should be concerned about Malik Nabers' recent dip in production. Then, the crew breaks down the biggest Week 9 waiver targets including if Cedric Tillman is a lineup lock going forward.

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Week 8 Recap + Takeaways

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 16:36:02 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Stephania Bell and Liz Loza break down the top Week 8 performances including which TE's stood out on their national holiday. Plus, what can we expect from Tua and the Dolphins moving forward and what performances were the most concerning going forward.

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FULL Week 8 Preview

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 16:14:51 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell break down everything you need to know to set your Week 8 lineup including if you should start CJ Stroud, if Tank Bigsby is on the hot seat, if Dak Prescott can bounce back and more!

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Week 8 Preview Part 1

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 17:12:35 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down some of the biggest Week 8 fantasy storylines including what we can expect from Bryce Young vs. the Broncos, if big games are coming from C.J. Stroud and Anthony Richardson, how Cooper Kupp will look in his return and more. Plus, with Thursday Night Football tonight, we’ll look at which players on the Rams and Vikings will stand out.

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Week 8 Rankings + DeAndre Hopkins Trade Reaction

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 16:08:07 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their rankings for Week 8 including what a trade to Kansas City may mean for DeAndre Hopkins' fantasy outlook, if it is time to sell high on Mark Andrews and much more!

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MNF Recap & Week 8 Waivers

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 17:32:35 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap MNF before diving into the key players you need to add off of the waiver wire for Week 8. Plus, how should we reassess the Bucs after the latest WR injuries and how does Tua Tagovailoa's return impact fantasy.

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FULL Week 7 Recap

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 16:28:47 -0000

Field Yates, Stephania Bell and Daniel Dopp break down the biggest stud and dud performances from Week 7 before Stephania gives latest update on Jayden Daniels.

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Week 7 Preview Part 2

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 16:16:01 -0000

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's show Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay & Stephania Bell are here to break down everything you need to know for Week 7. Should you start Anthony Richardson this week? Is Chase Brown finally the clearcut RB1 in Cincy? Is Kareem Hunt a reliable starter for fantasy? Plus, did we witness Javonte Williams' breakout game on TNF?

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Week 7 Preview Part 1

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 17:38:40 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay get you ready for Week 7 by guiding you through some of the most congested backfields in the NFL before talking players you need to put in your lineup. Plus, we preview Thursday Night Football by asking if Alvin Kamara the only Saints' player you can rely on.

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Week 7 Rankings + Trade Updates

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:25:20 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their Week 7 rankings including an assessment of Amari Cooper's new ceiling after his trade to Buffalo, if Cooper Kupp will be a top 10 WR again this season, what the Steelers' potential QB change means for Pittsburgh's top fantasy performers and more!

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Week 7 Waiver Wire & Davante Adams Trade Reaction

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 16:28:01 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the top performances from Monday Night Football and talk the key players on the waiver wire for Week 7 including if fantasy managers should be pleased if they pick up Sean Tucker. Plus, Stephania shares the latest injury updates from around the league and the crew reacts to the Davante Adams trade.

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Week 6 Fantasy Studs

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 16:16:04 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Stephania Bell recap the biggest performances from Week 6 including who were the biggest 'studs & duds' and the significance of some big games. Plus, is it time to hit the panic button on Kyler Murray and Calvin Ridley?

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FULL Preview Week 6

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 17:53:32 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Stephania Bell and Mike Clay get you ready for Week 6 including which QBs are trustworthy options in your lineups and if Tank Dell is a lineup lock with Nico Collins out. Plus, is Breece Hall a bounce back candidate?

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Week 6 Start Em/Sit Em + TNF Preview

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 16:42:04 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay get you ready to set your Week 6 lineup with some start/sit questions including who is the more dependable RB between Zack Moss & Chase Brown, if you can trust Calvin Ridley against the Colts and more! Plus, who are the best lineup options in Thursday Night Football?

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Week 6 Rankings + Mailbag

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 16:20:58 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their Week 6 rankings including if Drake Maye is a streaming option in his first official start, if D'Andre Swift is an RB1 this week and if Marvin Harrison can bounce back this week versus the Packers. Plus, which players are worth buying low on now.

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Week 6 Waiver Wire + Injury Updates

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 16:47:54 -0000

Daniel Dopp, Stephania Bell, and Field Yates dive into the must-add players off the waiver wire for Week 6. Is Kareem Hunt stepping into the RB1 spotlight? Should you snag Tank Bigsby for your roster? We also tackle the big question: is it time to trade or hold onto Mark Andrews? Stephania shares the latest injury updates from around the league that every fantasy manager needs to know. Plus, we’ll help you figure out who on your bench deserves a shot in your starting lineup.

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